Oxoid Cefixime 5 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs

Oxoid™ Cefixime 5 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs

Product Overview

Oxoid™ Cefixime 5 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs are designed for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) in clinical, hospital, and research microbiology laboratories. These discs are used in the disc diffusion method to assess bacterial susceptibility to Cefixime, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic.

Cefixime is commonly used to treat urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections caused by susceptible bacteria. Oxoid Cefixime discs help laboratories accurately classify bacterial isolates as susceptible, intermediate, or resistant, supporting effective clinical treatment decisions.

Key Features

• Standardized Antibiotic Potency: Each disc contains 5 µg of Cefixime for reliable and reproducible testing.

• Suitable for Disc Diffusion AST: Ideal for routine antimicrobial susceptibility testing in microbiology laboratories.

• Convenient Cartridge Format: Supplied in spring-loaded cartridges for safe and easy dispensing.

• Moisture-Protected Packaging: Individually sealed cartridges include desiccant to maintain disc stability and potency.

• High-Quality Manufacturing: Produced by Thermo Fisher Scientific under strict quality control standards.

Applications

Oxoid Cefixime 5 µg discs are commonly used for in vitro antimicrobial susceptibility testing in:

• Clinical microbiology laboratories

• Hospital diagnostic laboratories

• Pharmaceutical and research laboratories

• Public health and epidemiology laboratories

The disc diffusion method allows microbiologists to measure zones of inhibition around the disc, determining bacterial sensitivity and identifying resistant strains.

Product Specifications

Benefits for Laboratories

• Provides accurate and reproducible susceptibility testing results

• Ensures consistent antibiotic potency for reliable results

• Easy-to-use cartridge system for routine laboratory workflows

• Supports detection of resistant bacterial strains

• Ideal for clinical diagnostics and microbiological research

Conclusion

Oxoid™ Cefixime 5 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs provide a reliable solution for routine antimicrobial susceptibility testing in microbiology laboratories. Manufactured by Thermo Fisher Scientific, these discs deliver precise antibiotic potency and dependable results, enabling laboratories to accurately determine bacterial sensitivity and guide effective antimicrobial therapy.